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The Otway Haven; rainforest, logfire, nature and relax. THA Award Winner 2025.

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Exterior detail
Property grounds
Interior
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Tanybryn, VIC
  • Great Otway National Park
    3 min walk
  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    12 min drive
  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park
    23 min drive

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About the area

Tanybryn

Located in Tanybryn, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Great Otway National Park and Wongarra Bushland Reserve. .This family-friendly vacation home is 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Skenes Creek Beachfront Park.
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What's nearby

  • Great Otway National Park - 3 min walk
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 18 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 18 min drive
  • Marriners Lookout - 18 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chris's Restaurant & Villas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chris's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chris's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Great Ocean Drive - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Otway Haven; rainforest, logfire, nature and relax. THA Award Winner 2025.

The Otway Haven, just 15 minutes from the Great Ocean Road and 20 minutes from dining, groceries and retail at Apollo Bay, it is the ideal place for a restorative getaway or as a base to explore the region.

** Victoria's Luxury Cottages of the Year for 2025 as selected by Travel and Hospitality Awards **

The luxury accomodation at The Otway Haven is peaceful, quiet and private, set in gorgeous gardens, and surrounded by rainforest and farm paddocks. Guests are delighted with the serenity, tranquility, the fresh air and the birdlife and wildlife.

Boutique in design yet rich in detail and amenity, the light-filled interior is introduced by a secure entrance into a lovely living and dining area nestled beneath a vaulted ceiling, with a cosy log fire and highlight windows capturing glorious views of ancient rainforest trees.

Both bedrooms have luxury queen beds with electric blankets, four pillows, doonas, quilts and spare blankets, and copious storage and clothes hanging space. One bedroom has a smart TV with satellite access to hundreds of television and radio channels, and free access to streaming services such as Netflix, Apple TV and Prime Video. There's also a porta cot and a child's secure dining chair.

The living area has seating for two and dining for two and hence the place is best suited for a couple, or a couple with younger children; a warming log fireplace with free unlimited firewood and firestarters provided. There are board games, a small library, binoculars for birdwatching and an umbrella.

The bathroom has a shower and hip bath, along with waffle shawl robes, Egyptian cotton bath towels, soaps and shampoos, and a hair dryer.

The kitchen comes with complimentary provisions such as cereals, oats, fresh milk and jams, teas, Nespresso coffee pods, oils, mustards and so on.

Just bring your own food, and we’ll provide the rest:

A full kitchen with gas oven, grill and hob
Microwave
Fridge and freezer
Juicer
Pressure cooker
Kettle, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother
Plentiful crockery, cutlery, glassware, pots, pans, and so on.

Do wander our extensive gardens, and use the BBQ area wit deck, and the firepit with free firewood.

There's also undercover carparking and bicycle storage available if you wish, an outdoor Weber BBQ with full LPG tank and all BBQ accessories, a petanque set, and a variety of bicycles to borrow for both adults and children.

The Otway Haven is:

One minute to the Great Otways National Park.
15 minutes to Skenes Creek, the Great Ocean Road and local beaches.
15 minutes to waterfalls and walking and hiking paths.
20 minutes to Apollo Bay and Forrest.
60 minutes to Lorne.
80 minutes to the Twelve Apostles.

Please note that while we are super pet-friendly, we do need you to discuss with us any pets you plan to bring before you book as we have sheep and alpacas in neighbouring paddocks. If you bring a pet, even if your booking states you are, but have not discussed it with us before booking, we may not be able to let your pet stay. Pets are welcome to be off leash if you wish, and we provide a guide to dog-friendly activities in the region.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Maddie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 10 kg per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: You need to discuss pet/s with us before booking.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Otway Haven Rainforest Nature Relax
The Otway Haven; Rainforest Nature Relax
The Otway Haven; rainforest nature relax.
The Otway Haven; rainforest, nature and relax. Tanybryn

The Otway Haven; rainforest, logfire, nature and relax. THA Award Winner 2025. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just sublime
It is nicely located in the outstanding Otway Ranges in a quiet, peaceful location with easy access to the coast. The property has all you need. The birdsong in the morning is glorious. High recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Otway Getaway.
Perfect Otway's Getaway. Quiet and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We had the opportunity to stay Otway Haven during the Great Ocean Road marathon weekend and were all impressed with the home and serene setting. The beds were extremely comfortable and we would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stYy
We arrived late in the evening- we entered the cottage with a cute fire warming up the rooms, lights on and easy to find. Very well appointed within a beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stopover
We could have had 2 nights! Such a beautiful area ! Lovely touch to have log burner fired up on arrival . Would stay again xx
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness
International hosts
Our international guests were very impressed by the location and the abundance of colourful birdlife.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin in nature
We stayed there 1 night in our Great Ocean Road trip. The cabin is clean and comfortable. We love everything in the cabin especially the fireplace. The cabin is 15-20 minutes drive from Apollo Bay. We hesitated before we booked the stay but we are very happy of our stay and glad that we booked it. We can see Milky Way at night and a koala on a gum tree nearby in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect hideaway!
What a glorious property - filled with little touches to make it a perfect experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil
This property is an excellent place to stay. Tranquil, peaceful, and private. It was exactly as described. The owner accommodated our little dog and made the process very welcoming. We loved our stay and would come back again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

lucy f.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautifully appointed retreat
The owners have gone to great trouble to stylishly furnish the unit. It was a good location to start exploring the Otways We would just suggest 2 more dining chairs if accommodating 4 people (otherwise its really comfortable),and to replace the cutlery ( hard to butter toast with steak knives )and the dinner plates (huge!!) But its just a just a small thing compared to the lovely furnishings and surrounds More than happy to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect to unwind
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Perfect location to relax and ample of room for Miss Gracie (small dog) to run around without disturbing the owners. Thanks for a great couple of days away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay.
A lovely getaway, bonus you can bring your dog too. Beautiful views, cozy, perfect location. A wonderful place to read a book and explore the Otways and Great Ocean Road.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Katherine V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Too overpriced. Small and space is not functional. Hard to walk in toilet & hard to open front door
The place was very small and not that functional. Lounge room was very small with no TV for chillout / relax area. The toilet was also very small, we could barely walk in without hitting our shins on the toilet bowl. It was very confusing on how to enter the property as there were sections that were closed off on the driveway. The property appears very old and not properly maintained, including all the utilities and utensils. The table tennis area looked very dangerous to enter, lots of rubbish surrounding the area and dust and dirt everywhere. I think the price was way too expensive for what it is and would not recommend it to anyone else.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G., Albury

Liked: Cleanliness
Picturesque, Quiet and Welcoming
Absolutely Fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

miri z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Gorgeous property set in serene nature, lots of walks to waterfalls and other beautiful spots nearby and also a short drive to Apollo Bay and Great Ocean Road beaches. Perfect getaway from the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet rainforest location
A very quiet and private space, Laurence was completely unobtrusive but also immediately responsive. Cosy with the heaters on, well equipped. Beautiful location in among the rainforest but close to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Merryn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cosey
We very much enjoyed our short stay at your stunning property. The location was incredible with stunning scenery and the cabin itself was extremely well appointed and very comfortable. This is not an area we have been to before but would definitely return to your lovely location in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely secluded stay with plenty of nature
We really enjoyed this property's surroundings as well as the interior. It's surrounded by trees and a paddock next door. The property had everything we needed plus nice big windows to see the surroundings and plenty of added touches like a wood fire, coffee & cereal, milk + eggs in the fridge etc. Would definitely recommend this to a friend.

10/10 Excellent

Mariette L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Otway Haven is pure haven
Lovely cottage in the bush. Very comfortable and well equipped. Truly a place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wayne T., Semaphore

Liked: Cleanliness
Breadless in the rainforest
A great property in a gorgeous setting in the Otways. Very comfortable and clean with breakfast provisions, including eggs and jam, but no bread! That was a surprise. If bread was left in the fridge or freezer, it would at least be good for toasting.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location. Beautiful surrounds.
Amazing location. Beautiful surroundings. Will come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax
Nice place would go again without the dogs

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven - Birds, Biking and Beach!
We've just returned home after 5 wonderful days at Otway Haven. The cottage (which is a totally private, self contained arm off the main residence) was comfortable, stylish and really well appointed. Comfy beds with quality linen, interesting books, and fresh flowers/foliage awaited us on arrival. The property is well located - 15mins to the Mountain Bike Trails at Forrest and 15mins to the Beach amidst established gardens and native forest. Our highlight (apart from the activities) was sitting and taking our meals under an ancient tree watching the abundant birdlife. So relaxing and restorative. Laurence was a great host and even baked us fresh bread one day. Thank you again for a great stay and we hope to meet you next time Kate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location given the weather
Stayed 1 night but comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet weekend getaway
We arrived late, it was a little hard to see from the road when coming from Apollo bay, but the spot is quiet and beautiful. Came with all the amenities needed, would happily stay here again.